Public Law Litigation Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Public Law Litigation Associate in San Diego, CA. The firm specializes in complex public law litigation, representing cities, counties, and special districts across California. The associate will join a team handling sophisticated issues related to land use, municipal finance, governance, ethics, and more.

Duties

• Support partners and senior attorneys in all phases of civil litigation.
• Conduct case assessments, discovery, and motion practice.
• Participate in oral arguments, mediation, and trial preparation.
• Manage cases to ensure timely filings and compliance with procedural rules.

Requirements

• 3-6 years of experience in public law litigation.
• Excellent writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Writ of mandate and/or appellate experience preferred.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collegial environment.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in California.

Skills

• Strong case management skills.
• Effective communication and client interaction abilities.

Benefits

• Hybrid work arrangement option.
• Reasonable billable hours requirement.
• Annual discretionary and billable hours bonuses.
• Competitive health insurance benefits.
• 401(k) with partial match.

Founded over nine decades ago, this family-owned firm specializes in a wide range of practices, including constitutional law, intellectual property, family law, real estate, public law, employment litigation, construction, insurance, data privacy, and others. With ten offices throughout California, the firm has over a hundred highly experienced and skilled attorneys. Serving public agencies and private businesses throughout California, this firm has earned an excellent reputation for providing high-quality representation based on honesty, efficiency, and prompt responsiveness. The firm fosters a professional, collegial work environment that promotes equality, dignity, and respect. The firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer and has an option for employees to work remotely.